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Devendra Fadnavis
Devendra Gangadharrao Fadnavis (born 22 July 1970) is a prominent Indian politician and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He served as the 18th Chief Minister of Maharashtra from
...Read more- Fadnavis rubbishes Sanjay Raut's claim: 'No need to search for PM Modi's successor'
In our culture, when the father is alive, it is inappropriate to talk about succession. That is Mughal culture, says Fadnavis.
- 'Hindus who feel awakened after watching Chhava are of no use': Raj Thackeray on Aurangzeb row
Addressing the annual Gudhi Padwa rally in Mumbai, Raj Thackeray advised people to refer to books to learn history instead of relying on information on WhatsApp.
- Shiv Sena seeks removal of ‘protected monument’ status to Aurangzeb’s tomb
Organisations like the Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad have been demanding removal of the tomb
- Maharashtra govt halts proposal to impose 6% tax on high-end EVs
The announcement came while Fadnavis was responding to a question by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anil Parab during a discussion in the Upper House on EVs and air pollution.
- Fadnavis shares inside story of Shiv Sena-BJP alliance breakup in 2014: 'Yuvraj unwilling to compromise'
They came as Kauravas who will not give us five villages. But, we had Shri Krishna with us. We had the credibility of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to bank on, says CM Fadnavis.
- Maharashtra assembly passes resolution recommending Bharat Ratna for Jyotirao Phule, Savitribai
Minister Jaykumar Raval moved the resolution, while NCP MLA Chhagan Bhujbal and Congress’s Vijay Wadetiwar spoke in support of it.
- Mumbai's Habitat Studio shuts down after vandalism over Kunal Kamra show: 'Till we...'
Kamra sang a parody version of 'Bholi Si Surat', a popular song from the 1997 blockbuster 'Dil To Pagal Hai', allegedly targeting Shinde as 'gaddar' (traitor).
- Need to increase capital investment in agri sector, says CM Fadnavis; bats for group farming
Devendra Fadnavis said the Paani Foundation’s group farming initiative received a good response
- Preparations for 2027 Kumbh Mela in Nashik slow, but will overcome challenges, says Fadnavis
Speaking at a programme of CII Young Indians in Nashik, Fadnavis acknowledged the challenges in organising the large-scale event but expressed confidence in overcoming them.
- Nagpur Riots: Malegaon link, international conspiracy under probe, says Fadnavis
Fadnavis suggested a possible link between the Nagpur riots and Malegaon, stating that international elements' involvement was being investigated.
- Cost of damage in Nagpur violence will be recovered from rioters: Devendra Fadnavis
Devendra Fadnavis said 104 rioters have been identified after analysing videos and footage from CCTV cameras so far and action has been taken against 92 people, including 12 minors, as per the law
- Strict MCOCA laws would be invoked against cow smugglers, says Devendra Fadnavis
Speaking in the Assembly, the CM said the state government is closely monitoring cow smuggling cases and will take strict action against those repeatedly engaging in the crime.
- Nagpur violence updates: 8 VHP, Bajrang Dal workers surrender, CM Fadnavis vows strict action | top 5 points
The Nagpur police had filed FIRs against office-bearers of both groups for allegedly hurting religious sentiments during their protest seeking the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s tomb in Sambhajinagar (formerly Aurangabad)
- 'Will dig them out from their graves': Maha CM Fadnavis promises strict action against those who attacked Nagpur cops
An on-duty female police officer was allegedly molested by a man during Maharashtra’s Nagpur violence, a First Information Report registered in this regard stated on Wednesday.
- The Chhava Effect: How a film rekindled Maharashtra’s Aurangzeb debate
Whether it is the renaming of Aurangabad to Sambhaji Nagar or the uproar over AIMIM leader Akbaruddin Owaisi praying at Aurangzeb’s tomb, the Mughal ruler has long been part of Maharashtra's political discourse.
- Aurangzeb tomb a testament to valour and courage of Marathas: Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut
Sanjay Raut said that the violence in Nagpur was an intelligence failure that directly implicates the Home department that CM Devendra Fadnavis heads and demanded that he step down from the position.
- Nagpur violence: Woman cop 'touched inappropriately', obscene gestures made at others, alleges FIR
A senior police official said that the law and order situation in Nagpur – which was shaken by violence on the night of March 17 – is currently under control
- Vehicles burnt, cops injured: What led to violence and arson by Nagpur mob?
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that the clashes resulted due to rumours and appealed to people to exercise restraint. The CM also promised strict action against those found guilty of violence and arson.
- Fadnavis blames Chhaava for Nagpur violence: 'Movie ignited people’s anger against Aurangzeb'
At least 12 police personnel, including three DCPs (deputy commissioners of police), were injured in the violence, which erupted in central Nagpur.
